How to julienne carrots
Julienning carrots into fine strips is easy once you get the technique right. Here’s a step-by-step guide.
How to slice cabbage
Slicing cabbage is easy once you know the right technique. The trick is to cut it into manageable pieces first, then slice it.
How to chop broccoli into florets (the waste-free edition)
If you’re reading this guide on how to chop broccoli right now, don’t feel too bad. You may already have a technique that isn’t necessarily working for you, and you might want a more foolproof one. Cutting broccoli into florets will become second nature once you know how to. Here’s a simplified version, no matter what level you’re cooking at.
How to dice peppers
Dicing peppers is easy once you break it down into these quick steps. Here’s a simple step-by-step guide to help you dice your peppers perfectly every time.
How to chop an onion
Chopping an onion can often be the least fun part of making a stew or sauce, but it’s straightforward once you get the hang of it. Here’s a simple step-by-step guide to get your onions sizzling in virtually no time.
How to assemble a biltong cake
Elevate your festive entertaining with a stunning biltong cake, a fun and impressive centrepiece that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Using layers of Woolworths’ beef biltong, droëwors and nibbles, this no-bake treat is sure to delight meat-lovers at your next gathering!
How to make DIY Mexican candy
If you are a fan of sweet and spice things, then you’ll live this combo. Made with homemade Chamoy sauce, which is all the rage, this quick and easy hack is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Plus is couldn’t be easier to make.
How to cook romanesco
Romanesco is unquestionably the most beautiful of the brassicas. But how should you cook it? Khanya Mzongwana unpacks and answers all your questions about this magical green veg.
How to make pasta from scratch
Making homemade pasta from scratch is a lot easier than you’d imagine. Clem gives us the lowdown.
How to poach eggs perfectly
Poaching eggs can be tricky. But with the right method (and super-fresh eggs), you can get it right every time. Here’s how to poach eggs perfectly, courtesy of Thomas Keller.
How to fry calamari
Do you love fried calamari, but struggle to recreate the magic at home? Our deputy food editor, Khanya Mzongwana, is here to save the day. She takes you through how to successfully season and fry calamari so it’s perfect every time.
How to temper chocolate
You’ve probably heard this term uttered during an episode of MasterChef, but there’s no reason to fear it. The process of tempering chocolate is easier than you think and yields an incredibly satisfying result.
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